The most effective methods of birth control are sterilization by means of vasectomy in males and tubal ligation in females, intrauterine devices (IUDs) and implantable contraceptives. This is followed by a number of hormonal contraceptives including oral pills, patches, vaginal rings, and injections.
Strongyloides StronÂ·gyÂ·loiÂ·des (strÅn'jÉ-loi'dÄz) n. A genus of small nematode intestinal parasites that includes the species that causes strongyloidiasis in humans.
The Genus Ligustrum. Family Oleaceae. This is a medium-sized genus of shrubs and trees native to Africa, Asia, Australia, and Europe. A deciduous species (L. sinense) and an evergreen (L. lucidum) are exotic pest plants in parts of the Coastal Southeast. Several varieties of an evergreen species (L. japonicum) are commonly cultivated in our area.